Local notices and information

Friday,  October 28, 2005

Cayman Outreach Association
Cayman Outreach Association’s School of the Holy Spirit’s monthly session takes place at the Family Life Centre on Monday 31 October from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The session will be conducted by Dr Phillip Phinn of Jamaica. Interested persons are cordially invited to attend. Call 916-2668 or 926-1410 for further details.

Coffee Morning
The International Ladies Club will hold its monthly Coffee Morning on Thursday 3 November at 9:30 am at Priced Right. New members are most welcome. For further information please contact Jan Archbold at 943-6556.

Fundraising Yard Sale
A fundraising yard sale will take place on Saturday 5 November at the Chapel Church of God in West Bay, beginning at 6:00 am. This is in aid of a trip to the Atlanta Youth Convention in December.

Cayman Turtle Farm/ Boatswain’s Beach Event
The Cayman Turtle Farm/Boatswain’s Beach invites the public to join the Farm at its annual Turtle Release on Wednesday 2 November at the Seven Mile Beach (Public Beach). The event will begin at 4:00 pm with the release occurring promptly at 5:00 pm. Call 949-3894 for further information.

Cayman Islands Humane Society Cards
The CI Humane Society has 2005 Design Christmas Cards now available from the Shelter or Book Loft on North Sound Road. They have advised that with a choice of two stunning designs, these are a must for any animal lovers to send this year. Call 949-1461 for further details.

The Cayman Islands Red Cross Thrift Shop
Wishes to inform the public that it now has a wide selection of Pirates Week and Halloween costumes for sale at very reasonable prices. Their shop hours are Tuesday through Friday 9:00 am to 2:00 pm and Saturdays 7:30 am to 1:30 pm.

Diabetes Seminar
Kendall Regional Medical Center in South Florida in collaboration with the Cayman Islands Medical & Dental Society and the Cayman Islands Diabetes Association presents “Diabetes 2005: Making the Best of it” on Saturday 29 October. To make your reservation please call either Darlene Whitaker (Cayman Island Health Services) 244-2814; Dr. Eugene Foley, 946-4944; Sylvia Perry, 928-6240 or Lucy Martyr, 925-6382 of the Diabetes Association. 

CLASS OF ’84 REUNION
The new date for the ’84 Reunion is now Saturday 26 November at the Grand Pavilion Poolside. Contact Laura at 916-4020 or email kmantoad@candw.ky as soon as possible.

UCCI Mid-Semester break
The University College of the Cayman Islands will have its Mid-Semester break from Thursday 27 October. All classes will resume on Monday 31 October.

Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship Breakfast Meeting
The Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship International holds its monthly breakfast meeting on Saturday 29 October at 7:15 am at McCoy’s Restaurant on West Bay Road. For further information call 949-5720 or 916-1048.

National Gallery’s Little Artists Programme
The Little Artists programme at the National Gallery Education Centre is a new drop-off programme that allows children aged 3 to 6 to explore their creative side. Cost per session is $15.00 for members and $20.00 for non-members, and is held weekly at the NGEC, Bay Town Plaza (formerly Merren’s Plaza) each Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:30 pm. Children must register each week prior to the sessions by calling 925-3222 or emailing clareokeefe@hotmail.com.

2006 Young Caymanian Leadership Award (YCLA)
Nominations for the above award close on 31 October. The event date will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information on how to be a sponsor, how to nominate or general questions on the YCLA, please contact Melissa Wolfe at 749-YCLA or email ycla@candw.ky.

Conch/Whelk Season Reminder
The Department of Environment is reminding the public of the parameters for the conch and whelk season, which begins simultaneously on 1 November 2005 and closes on 20 April 2006. For information of the parameters and on the Marine Conservation Laws and seasonal restrictions, please call 949-8469.

Miss Festival Queen 2005 (Pirates Week)
Entry forms are available at the Pirates Week office at 10 Shedden Road next to KFC in George Town for 2005 Miss Festival Queen Costume contest. Phone 323-3617/949-5859. Designers are available.

North Side Wesleyan Holiness Church
Will be holding Revival Services until 28 October at 7:30 pm nightly, on the theme “The King is Coming”. On Sunday 30 October service starts at 6:00 pm. Guest Speaker is Pastor Christopher Munis of Jamaica. All are invited.

NCVO “New To You” Bargain Shop Sale
The NCVO Thrift Shop on Walkers Road across from the Health Care Pharmacy is holding a “Fill for $5 a Bag” Sale on Saturday 29 October from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. All items will be on sale. Contact Donna on 946-1317 for further information.

Kiwanis’ Annual Bike-a-Thon
Kiwanis has re-scheduled its Annual Bike-a-Thon to Saturday 29 October. For more information see www.kiwanis.ky or call Arie on 946-5656 or Rudd on 947-9956.

St George’s Anglican 
The Bishop of the Kingston Region in the Diocese of Jamaica & the Cayman Islands, The Rt. Reverend Dr Robert Thompson, will preside at Holy Confirmation on Sunday 30 October at the service, which will begin at 9:00 am. Brunch follows in the Church Hall. All are invited. Please note that the 7:00 am service is cancelled. Contact Fr. Sean Major-Campbell at 949-5583 for further information. 

West Bay Heritage Committee
Invites persons to assist with the preparation of the Heritage Site (located next to Scholars Park), for their Pirates Week Heritage Day on Wednesday 2 November. For information please call 926-1267 or 916-1559.

Female Cancer Awareness Month
The Cayman Islands Cancer Society will be holding a series of district awareness sessions in the month of November to promote awareness of cervical, ovarian and endometrial cancer. All sessions begin at 7:30 pm and vouchers for free Pap smears will be offered. Refreshments will be served. Call 949-7618 for more information. Thursday 3rd – BT Church of God; Tuesday 8th – St. George’s Anglican Church Hall; Monday 21st – John Gray memorial Church; Monday 28th – East End United Church Hall.

Bodybuilding Championships
The Cayman Islands Natural Bodybuilding Association presents ‘Bodybuilding Extreme’ championships on Saturday 5 November at Lions Centre. Prejudging at 12:00 noon and Finals at 7:00 pm. Tickets available from members, GNC, World Gym, Nutrition Store at King’s and Body Sculptor. For more information contact 916-5662 / 926-1115.

Cayman Islands Nurses Association (CINA)
Invites all nurses to their monthly meeting on Monday 7 November at 7:30 pm in the Orchid Conference Room of the Cayman Islands Hospital. The topic is “Cayman HospiceCare & Symptom Management Approaches at the Different Stages of Palliative Care” presented by Jenny Kwakwa of Cayman HospiceCare, for 1 hour CEU credit. CINA members may attend without charge; non-members - $5.00. Call 244-2618 or email CaymanNurse@CINA.ky for more information.

Cayman Islands Astronomical Society
The Cayman Islands Astronomical Society will hold a viewing session on Monday 7 November at 6:30 pm at Pedro Castle. All are welcome.

An Exhibition of Artworks
The Exhibition of Artworks by Chris Christian continues to Friday 11 November at Full of Beans in Pasadora Place. All are invited.

CIHS Class of 1980 Reunion
The Cayman Islands High School Class of 1980 will be holding its 25-Year Reunion 12-13 November. Class members and teachers who journeyed with them any time during 1975 and 1980 who have not yet been contacted, should telephone Pat on 925-3079 or Lisa on 917-7757. 

Stingray Tourism Awards
The reception for the Stingray Tourism Awards will be held at the Grand Cayman Marriott Hotel on Saturday 12 November. The black-tie affair will include cocktails, dinner, entertainment and of course the awards. Tickets are $100 each or a table of 10 for $900. Contact the CITA office for reservations.

Church Senior Group Luncheon
The Elmslie Memorial church’s Senior Group will be holding a luncheon on Monday 17 November at the Elmslie Memorial Hall from 10:30 to 1:00 pm. The luncheon is being held to coincide with the United Nations International Day of Older Persons.

CI Business & Professional Women’s Club
The Club will be holding an international campaign entitled “16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence”, which will take place from 25 November to 10 December 2005. Program details will be released closer to the campaign dates. For further details, please contact Seema Kapoor at 949-5829 or Bev Banks at 949-3435.

Dental Clinic to close for Repairs
To facilitate urgent repairs and refurbishing, the Health Services Authority wishes to inform the public that the Dental Clinic at the Cayman Islands Hospital will be closed until Friday 25 November. Limited service will be provided through Dental Caravan and Bodden Town District Health Centre. The Health Services regrets any inconvenience the temporary closure may cause.

Cayman Crime Stoppers
Cayman Crime Stoppers is reminding all residents of the Cayman Islands of their telephone number, 800-TIPS or 800-8477, and that all calls are completely confidential and answered overseas. Also, any information given may result in a reward of up to $1,000. For general enquiries and for persons wishing to volunteer their time or support to Cayman Crime Stoppers, email tips@candw.ky. Please note this email address is not setup to receive information or tips.

Dive Buddy Forum
There is a new dive buddy forum setup on www.caymandivebuddy.com  Residents or visitors who need a dive buddy are invited to check out the forum and register their details.

Artists’ Information sought for Tourist Map
The National Gallery and the Department of Tourism will be producing the second printing of the Tourist Map. Any artist interested in being featured on the map should submit their name, contact number, and physical address as well as studio hours to the National Gallery. For further information contact Intern Letitia Davis at 945-8111 or email intern.ng@candw.ky.

Sunrise Adult Learning Centre
The Sunrise Adult Learning Centre is asking anyone who may have some old chairs (dining style) to donate for their dining room, or any items of furniture or kitchenware, to contact Roberta Gordon at 927-0531 or 949-3330 or email Roberta.Gordon@gov.ky.

Art in the Workplace
Local businesses and corporations which are members of the National Gallery are encouraged to enhance the creative abilities of their staff by allowing them to participate in the ‘Art in the Workplace’ programme.

To book a session, or for information on how to become a corporate member, contact the National Gallery at director.ng@candw.ky or call 945-8111.

Notices
Please send your notices and information to covenant@candw.ky
or news@caymannetnews.com or call 946 6060 fax 949 0679.

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